The world is in a battle to stay alive and our dear nation Ghana is of no exception. Many Ghanaians of repute have contributed immensely; financially and through donations to help our country overcome this global pandemic. The chairperson of the National Development Planning Commission and board director of the …
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Yacouba better than Mane – Agent
The manager Sogne Yacouba has launched scathing remarks on Asante Kotoko, saying the 50-year-old club of Asanteman lacks the “requisite knowledge needed to manage players”. Gabriel Antwi’s remarks come after the end of relationship between the club and Yacouba. He believes the club’s inability to meet the 150,000 demand for …
Read More »Christian Atsu retires from Black Stars over ‘neglect’
Ghana’s committed and reliable playmaker Christian Atsu has served notice of his decision to quit the Black Stars citing neglect over the injury that ultimately cost him his starting place at Newcastle United, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report. The patriotic player, who has consistently served Ghana with diligence over for more …
Read More »Marcel Desailly describes link to Ghana FA technical director role as fake news
France legend Marcel Desailly has debunked reports that he is set to be appointed technical director of the Ghana Football Association. The former Le Bleus skipper, who was born in Ghana, was linked to the vacant technical director role of Ghana’s football governing body on Thursday by local media. Happy …
Read More »Korle-Bu doctors threaten to strike over poor coronavirus preparedness
Disgruntled doctors at the Department of Accident and Emergency at the country’s frontline hospital, Korle-Bu, have threatened to lay down their tools and withdraw their services over what they describe as poor level of preparedness of the unit in the fight against the fast-spreading deadly Coronavirus. Citi News reports that the …
Read More »Ghana’s coronavirus case count hits 204
Ghana’s has recorded 204 cases of Coronavirus, confirms the Ghana Health Service. (GHS) Until now, the number of cases recorded stood at 195. According to the GHS, “Since the last situational update, Ghana has confirmed nine additional COVID-19 cases, all from Greater Accra region. Four (4) of them have no history …
Read More »Storm rips off Asankragwa SHS roofing, five kids hospitalised
The roof of the Wassa Amenfi West Municipal Education Office and the Asankragwa Senior High School have been ripped off by a rainstorm that hit the municipality Wednesday afternoon. The rainstorm, which started at 12 noon and lasted for close to three hours, also rendered more than 100 people homeless. …
Read More »Jerome Boateng fined for flouting COVID-19 rules
German football giants, Bayern Munich, have released a statement saying that German defender, Jerome Boateng has been fined. The fine according to the club is because the defender has flouted covid-19 rules set by the German government and the club. According to the club, Jerome left the city without permission …
Read More »Ex-France captain Marcel Desailly set to be appointed Ghana FA Technical Director
France legend Marcel Desailly is set to be appointed as the new Ghana Football Association Technical Director, according to a report by Happy FM. The Ghana FA has opened up for applications for a new Technical Director after Francis Oti Akenteng left the role following the expiration of his contract …
Read More »Renowned sports Administrator; Kwesi Mantey offers solutions to deal with ‘Money-conscious’ sports personalities
A renowned sports administrator, Mr. Emmanuel Kwesi Mantey has described some current sports personalities as lacking the spirit of patriotism which has resulted in Ghana’s inability to make significant strides during International tournament. This comes on the backdrop of many Ghanaians describing the current breed of Black Stars players as …
Read More »Coronavirus: Gov’t begins employment of ‘jobless’ nurses
The Ministry of Health has begun employment of all 2017/18 batch of nursing trainees into various health facilities across the country in the wake of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in a national broadcast said such personnel will help deal with a possible surge in infections in the coming days …
Read More »The tragedy of May 9th will be with me till the day I die – Herbert Mensah
Erstwhile Chairman of Kumasi Asante Kotoko, Herbert Mensah has disclosed that the May 9th tragedy will forever be with him till the day he departs from earth. Herbert Mensah who witnessed the events that led to the May 9th tragedy, actively assisted in carrying lifeless bodies from the stands to …
Read More »Asante Kotoko and Songne Yacouba finally part ways
Ghana Premier League giants Asante Kotoko and Songne Yacouba have finally parted ways after the latter’s contract expired today. Yacouba joined the Porcupine Warriors on a two-year deal after successful trials in 2018, however, he turned down several contract extensions talks with the club. The 29-year-old has since not featured …
Read More »Our hospital is available to any COVID-19 patient – BoG
The Bank of Ghana seems to have reconsidered its decision to allow only VIPs and its staff who may be infected with Coronavirus to be treated at the Bank of Ghana Hospital. The Central Bank in a statement on Wednesday, April 1, 2020 said the hospital will “be available for …
Read More »Your donation is timely – Juaben Medical Director commends Francis Owusu-Akyaw
Mr Hamiso Bosque, Medical director at the Juaben government hospital receiving the handwashing items and detergents from Mr David Akomeah Asokwa, representative of Francis OWUSU-AKYAW at a brief ceremony in Juaben. The medical director at the Juaben government hospital, Mr Hamiso Bosque has applauded the generous act by Mr Francis …
Read More »Coronavirus: Nigerians get upfront welfare payments
Nigeria has begun handing out four months’ worth of welfare payments upfront in three areas of the oil-rich country that have been placed into lockdown to stop the spread of coronavirus. Beneficiaries of the social security scheme, introduced by President Muhammadu Buhari two years ago, usually receive a monthly payment …
Read More »Jerome Boateng escapes unhurt from a car accident
Jerome Boateng has been involved in a car accident in Germany. Fortunately, the Bayern Munich defender emerged unscathed after losing control of his vehicle and crashing into a protective barrier alongside the A9 motorway. Boateng was travelling to visit his son, with Germany not having introduced restrictions on movement due …
Read More »Jordan Ayew ‘heartbroken’ by death of former Pape Diouf
Ghana and Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew is ‘absolutely heartbroken’ by the death of former Marseille President and mentor Pape Diouf. Pape Diouf, who was president of the French giants between 2005 to 2009 died on Tuesday night after suffering from the coronavirus. He was 68. “Absolutely heartbroken. Rest in …
Read More »South African footballer reveals how Michael Essien convinced him to join Sabail FK
Former Kaizer Chiefs ace, Hendrick Ekstein says Ghana legend Michael Essien convinced him to join Sabail FK. The midfielder joined Sabali FC in December 2019 despite having had a successful short spell at the club. And according to the 29-year-old player, the former Chelsea and Real Madrid midfielder urged him …
Read More »Jordan Ayew has scored the joint highest winning goals in the 2019/20 EPL season
Crystal Palace forward Jordan Ayew has been fantastic for his club this season by scoring 5 winning goals, the joint highest in the league this season. A number of players make things happen when their clubs need goals and that is what Palace is getting from the Ghanaian international. The 28 year …
Read More »COVID-19: Cases in Ghana hit 161
Ghana now has 161 cases of the deadly COVID-19, the Ghana Health Service has announced. According to the GHS, nine (9) new cases of COVID-19 have been reported from the Noguchi Memorial Institute for Medical Research since the last update on 30th March 2020. All nine (9) cases were reported …
Read More »[VIdeo] Asamoah Gyan shows off his cars and mansion to motivate Ghanaians
Black Stars general captain, Asamoah Gyan aka Baby Jet has put his mansion and fleet of cars on display whiles advising Ghanaians to appreciate what they have. In $3 million mansion this morning, he said, ‘When I wake up in the morning and I see all this, I just say thank you …
Read More »Messi Confirms 70% Pay Cut For Barca Players, Criticises Board
Lionel Messi confirmed on Monday that Barcelona’s players will take a 70 per cent pay cut and make financial contributions to ensure the club’s other employees are paid in full during the state of alarm in Spain. In a lengthy message posted on his Instagram account, Messi also took another …
Read More »Kotoko open contract talks with Medeama over Justice Blay deal
Justice Blay, GHANAsoccernet.com can exclusively report. The Porcupine Warriors officially wrote to the Tarkwa-based side on Monday March 30, 2020 seeking to make the loan deal permanent. Blay joined the record Ghana Premier League holders on a season-long loan at the start of the 2019/2020 season. With the midfielder’s current …
Read More »GHALCA boss Fianoo against ‘premature calls’ for league cancellation
Ghana League Clubs Association Chairman Kudjoe Fianoo says calls for the Ghana football leagues to be cancelled immediately due to the coronavirus outbreak, are misplaced. The GHALCA chief believes such calls are a bit premature insisting our situation is way different from other countries. Major leagues abroad have been suspended …
Read More »31 out of 152 coronavirus patients in Ghana recover
Reports reaching the desk of Gossips24.com indicates that 31 out of the 152 coronavirus patients in Ghana have recovered. This brings to 31, the total number of recoveries recorded in the country. A total number of 121 patients are therefore remaining, and reports have it that they are actively responding to treatment. …
Read More »Kevin-Prince Boateng snubs Ronaldo – rates Messi, Ibrahimovic as the best
Ghana forward Kevin-Prince Boateng has sparked a huge storm by snubbing Cristiano Ronaldo and claiming that Lionel Messi and Ibrahimovic are the best players in the world. The 33-year-old, who plays for Turkish giants Besiktas, has joined the raging debate over who is currently the best player in the world …
Read More »GFA consoles families of Opoku Afriyie and Kwasi Owusu
The Ghana Football Association wishes to express its deepest condolences to the families of late Ghana legends Opoku Afriyie and Kwasi Owusu. The GFA received with shock news of the demise of former Asante Kotoko and Hearts of Oak player Opoku Afriyie on Sunday. The Association was again hit with …
Read More »AC Milan interested in Ghanaian youngster Jeremy Doku
Italian giants AC Milan are interested in signing Belgium born Ghanaian youngster Jeremy Doku in the transfer window. The Rosenerri’s are the latest club to show interest in the high flying youngster following his incredible performances this season with Anderlecht. AC Milan have been monitoring the teen sensation and sent …
Read More »C.K Akonnor to change squad for Sudan game when qualifiers resume
Ghana coach Charles Kwablan Akonnor could be forced to make changes to the squad he named for the Sudan game when the Nations Cup qualifiers resume. The AFCON 2021 qualifiers was postponed due to the spread of the novel coronavirus, which has brought major sporting activities to a halt worldwide. …
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